Problematic use of social media—characterized by loss of control and compulsive engagement—may significantly increase depressive symptoms in adolescents under the age of 16, according to a new study ...

For many parents, social media has become one of the biggest unknowns of modern parenting. Some wonder, is it just about how teens socialize now, or could it be harming their mental health longterm? A ...

Two recent studies have linked “problematic smartphone use” among teenagers to increased symptoms of anxiety, depression and insomnia. But is it a real problem? And how worried, if at all, should we ...

Young adults who engaged in a social media “detox” reported reductions in depression, anxiety and insomnia, though it was unclear how long the effects would last. By Ellen Barry Dialing down the use ...

In a time of unprecedented digital access, problematic pornography consumption has emerged as a significant mental health concern for many men. Studies indicate that approximately 70 percent of men ...

Additionally, some patients report distressing withdrawal symptoms when they try to stop, such as insomnia, anxiety, and ...

A surprising energy imbalance in the brain and blood cells may offer a new way to detect and treat depression earlier.